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Hello there & Happy Monday!! I’m going to deviate from the usual outfit post today and talk about all things vintage. As you probably already know, I LOVE any and everything vintage. So today, I want to share a few of vintage picks from my Etsy shop that I think are perfect for Fall, as well as a why I think it’s important to have a certain vintage pieces in your wardrobe.

The 1st item that I think is a Fall must have is a leather jacket. If the jacket is embellished and purple, that’s even better! 😉 Vintage, embellished leather jackets definitely make a fashion statement and it’s an easy way to add color to your wardrobe. For early Fall, something lightweight is the way to go! A vintage leather jacket is an item I would suggest you have in your closet. Sure, you can head to the department store and get the trendiest leather. But why not stand out? Why not have a piece that no one has seen before? A vintage leather jacket is a definite investment piece.When you step out and see everyone else wearing the same ‘ol jackets, you’ll thank me. 😉

The next vintage must have is a beaded (or sequined) evening jacket. I wear black quite often and I think that adding a sequin or beaded jacket instantly spruces up an outfit. A beaded jacket can also be worn with a pair of jeans, a tee and a nice pair of pumps. Adding a jacket like this makes is perfect for an evening look and it can take a casual look to the next level instantly! If you’re a fan of vintage or want to kick your wardrobe a notch, beads and sequins are a MUST for your closet. Check out the item below!

Lastly, a beaded clutch/handbag is also a staple for any fashionistas closet. It doesn’t matter where you are; a unique and vintage beaded handbag is an instant conversation starter. Carrying one to an evening event like a dinner party, play, or even on a date is always a nice touch. The one pictured below is perfect for Fall, but can also be worn year round. This item is yet another investment piece for the wardrobe. The different patterns, colors and sizes of vintage handbags are a great way to showcase you personality. Weather you’re bold and sassy or classic and chic, there’s a vintage handbag out there for you!

Now, lets recap. Vintage items are important to your wardrobe because 1. they’re great investment pieces, 2.a vintage item can instantly take any outfit to the next level, and 3. unique vintage items are a great way to showcase your personality. And if you’re wondering where to find some hot vintage items, check Nic’s Picks, your local thrift stores, estate sales and you local Goodwill stores.

So tell me; are YOU going to add some vintage goodness to your Fall wardrobe? If so, what pieces? Do any of the items about stand out to you? Let me know! Also, check out my favorite celebs in their vintage inspired looks below for even more inspiration! Thanks for reading and I’ll be back Wednesday. Be blessed & stay safe.

Hello and happy Friday! Today’s post is all about inspiring YOU to try some fun summer looks, created by yours truly. I’ve done many Polyvore looks in the past and I must admit that I LOVE creating looks using their site. It’s super easy and inspirational (in the fashion sense). So today I wanted to share a few looks that I’m loving lately, as well as share some Summer items that you can purchase from my online shop! I also want to show you a few hairstyles that are perfect for this season. So, let’s get started!

Collage #1 is all about flowy, pretty dresses, printed and solid. During the warm months, I’m all about less clothing so throwing on a pretty sundress or maxi is a perfect solution. While my #1 choice is to shop at thrift stores, I do browse through Macy’s here and there and depending on their sales, I’ll purchase a good number of items. Their Plus Size or Women’s Section can be on point when there’s a good sale; especially their dress section. Check out the collage and see my 4 faves from Macy’s Plus Size Section.

Collage #2 shows a few of my favorite items from my shop,Nic’s Picks. I LOVE colors and patterns for this season so when hunting for the next best item to add to my shop, I’m sure to look for colorful and unique “picks”. Although my items may be different, they’re still very practical and wearable pieces. Take a look at the items below and I’m sure you’ll agree. 😉

**Green shoes are no longer available**

Lastly, let’s look at some fun Summer hairstyles that I’ve been swooning over lately in Collage #3. As you may know, I’m wearing Kinky Twists now and I really LOVE this style. When it’s warm out, I love my hair in braids and I love seeing other ladies wearing braids as well. I also like natural hairstyles and weaves/wigs in the Summer. For some reason, summertime makes me feel a little bit more free. Anyone else feel that way?

Well I hope you’ve enjoyed my Summer Faves and I hope that you’ve been inspired in some way by this post. For my curvy girls out there, don’t forget Macy’s when your looking for the perfect Summer dress. If you’re looking for unique vintage, hop on over to Nic’s Picks. And if you want to give your hair a rest for the summer and rock a braided or natural hairdo, don’t forget my Summer Hair collage. Enjoy, be blessed and have a wonderful weekend!

So this year’s MTV awards has come and gone and to be honest, I didn’t really pay much attention to the actual show/performances. I was more focused on who wore what on the carpet, LOL! Am I the only one??

Anywho, some of my favorites were Kerry Washington, Kylie Jenner and Kim. K. My ultimate favorite however was Melissa McCarthy. I absolutely LOVED her black jumpsuit. She really stepped it up from the jewelry to her shoes! Melissa wore a Melissa McCarthy Design (c/o Daniela Kurrle) jumpsuit along with a Devi Kroell clutch. Her makeup was ON POINT, as was her hair. She was just on 100%!

Of course, I decided to take it upon myself to recreate her fabulous look. Below are two ways one can wear a black jumpsuit; dressy and casual. I LOVE the shoes in the “Splurge” look and I’m completely smitten with the necklace in the “Budget” look. Can you believe the $20 jumpsuit is from Walmart ?!! Don’t sleep on Walmart. 😉
The last look, I literally created myself. The jumpsuit is super comfy and I love the way it hugs my curves. I’m definitely a believer that a one piece is a curvy girls best friend. 😉 Of course I had to jazz my outfit up with some of my favorite thrifted items, as well as a few favorite vintage items from my shop, Nic’s Picks. (Links will be provided below).

Hey there! As I sit here and type away, I realize that I should be packing for my weekend trip. I’m leaving for the Bahamas tomorrow morning and I have packed absolutely NOTHING. LOL! I usually pack a few days ahead of time but not this time. At least I have my outfits planned so 1/2 the work is already done. 😉

Before I go, I wanted to give you all a Nic’s Picks update. I’ve been working on somethings as far as my online shop and I’ve recently added some new items. These items, all different sizes, are perfect for a Spring wardrobe, as well as for Special Occasions. If you like what you see, head over to Nic’s Picks for more info. Enjoy, be blessed & have a great weekend!

I just want to let everyone know that my Etsy shop,Nic’s Picks, is having a sale this weekend. If you use the code “SNOWDAY” at checkout, you will receive 15% you entire purchase! You have from now until Sunday at midnight so happy shopping!!

Click HERE to shop and click HEREto see some of my customers rocking their Nic’s Picks items! You can be featured next 🙂 Have a great weekend & be blessed!

The weekend was jammed packed but I had a wonderful time. I was able to enjoy my customers and other vendors at the Secondhand Event, as well as spend time with my BLM Sisters and talk about fashion, current events, and just be girls! It doesn’t get much better than that 😉

Until next time, be blessed!

~Whitney

PS I WILL BE ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF MY GIVEAWAY THIS EVENING ON FACEBOOK (here) AND TWITTER (here)! STAY TUNED!!! 🙂

So today is Small Business Saturday! As most of you know, I have a shop on the blog called Nic’s Picks (click, HERE). It’s my baby and I have big plans for Nic’s Picks in 2013. For now, the items in my shop can be found by clicking the “Shop” tab above, or you can just click here! I focus on plus size (12-22) vintage and one of a kind items, as well as accessories, shoes and handbags.

In honor of the holiday weekend and Small Business Saturday, any item purchased at Nic’s Picks comes with FREE SHIPPING! Make sure you check out what I have in store. I appreciate your support in advance! 😉